NCTCA 2025

Science of reading reminds us that brains learn best through PLAY! Come prepared to play literacy games that incorporate the use of hands-on manipulatives; literacy dice, word decks, letter tiles, dollar store finds and even a paint chip or two! Games and strategies will focus on the following: learning the alphabet, rhyme and word patterns, vocabulary building games, spelling simple cvc words, work with vowels and blends. These activities will fit into whole class, small group or center instruction, are easy to differentiate, and can be used for assessment. The games are also great for upper elementary students who are still struggling with literacy concepts, ELL students, and if you have Reading Buddies perfect for cross graded groups to play together. Handout will contain gameboards that can be used first thing Monday morning.